Paonti - Jagadhri, Yamunanagar
Paonti is a village situated in the Jagadhri tehsil of Yamunanagar district, Haryana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagadhri and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Yamunanagar. Pounti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paonti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paonti is 057655. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 135003 pincode. Jagadari is the nearest town.
Paonti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagadhri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paonti
According to the 2011 Census, Paonti village had a total population of 558 people, including 309 males and 249 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 806 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.39%, with male literacy at 88.28% and female literacy at 63.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 558 | 309 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 120 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 241 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 68 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Paonti
Paonti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Paonti
Paonti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Yamunanagar to Paonti is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paonti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paonti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paonti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paonti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paonti
Where is Paonti located?
Paonti village is located in Jagadhri Tehsil, Yamunanagar district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paonti?
The Gram Panchayat of Paonti is Pounti.
What is the pincode of Paonti?
The pincode of Paonti is 135003.
What is the population of Paonti?
Paonti had a total population of 558, including 309 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Paonti?
Paonti had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paonti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paonti was 77.39%. Male literacy was 88.28% and female literacy was 63.76%.